First-Past-the-Post produces distorted election results with more than two parties. We need to modernize our voting system. Either Proportional Representation (true voting) or Ranked Ballot Voting will work. Which do you prefer?

Friday, August 30, 2013

FPP makes most Canadians second-class citizens

The foundation of democracy is one person, one vote. That means every person of voting
age has an equal say in how our country is run. But do we really?

Some voters are more equal than others

In Canada, we have an ironic interpretation of democracy. Instead of ensuring a
majority of voters is represented in government, we often dole out unfettered power to a
minority party that gets about 39% of the vote.

That means the 39% has a greater say than the 61%. Not only is this absurd, it violates our fundamental democratic
equality and relegates the super-majority to second-class status.

Voting reform to the rescue

The only way to stop this violation of our fundamental rights is with voting reform.

About Me

As a non-partisan electoral reformer, I support both of the main democratic voting systems: Proportional Representation (true voting) and Ranked Ballot Voting. Either system will ensure an actual majority is represented in government and the real will of the people is carried out. It's up to Canadians to decide which system is best. Together we can make it happen.